“Meet the Face of Dedham Savings” is a new ongoing, series of profiles on Dedham Savings employees, which allows you to meet the wonderful people that work at Your Bank

Many of you have probably already met Laura Macs, either at the Westwood Branch or at one of the countless community events she participates in either for Dedham Savings or the Rotary Club of Westwood. Laura truly represents the values of Dedham Savings in her hard work ethic, her kind and helpful way with people and her passion for the communities the Bank serves.

Laura began working at Dedham Savings in August, 1980. Having graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education, Laura had been working as a substitute teacher and looking for a full time teaching job during the challenging job environment of the late ‘70s.

Retirement planning isnít just about saving money until you reach your ideal retirement age. Itís about strategic lifestyle decisions and making certain moves with your savings and assets for years before you reach retirement. Here are some guidelines you should consider:
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Watching your child become more financially independent is both exciting and rewarding. Building a good credit history is an important part of this process; it will help your teen get approved for loans, car insurance and apartment rental applications, and it also can negatively or positively impact his chances of getting hired for a job.
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Everywhere you look today, technology is eliminating the need for paper. Think about it: You can read newspapers online, communicate with friends and family members anywhere in the world without writing letters, and even apply for jobs without sending or mailing in applications.
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Is it having the right products and services? Hiring top-notch employees?

According to Inc.com, cash flow is one of the most important components of success for small and mid-sized businesses. In fact, without the available cash to pay suppliers when they need to be paid, profits can be meaningless.

In celebration of the “Launch of All Things New at Dedham Savings”, we are running two online raffles. Don’t forget to enter for your chance to win:

Visit our redesigned website at www.dedhamsavings.com for a chance to win $250. Contest details are on our homepage.

For your chance to win a pair of Red Sox tickets (date TBA), visit Dedham Savings’ Facebook Page,“like us” and tell us what’s important for you to find on our Facebook page. Contest details are on the Contest Event Page.

We hope you have had a chance to visit our newly renovated Walpole Office at 1428 Main Street to check out our new look, complete with internet cafe and digital signs. If you have not had an opportunity to come see us yet, we hope you will mark your calendar for an upcoming, celebratory week long event from March 12th-17th.

Thereís no better way to see Americaís beautiful, diverse landscapes than by going on a road trip. But whether youíre cruising solo or with family and friends, what youíre driving is just as important as where youíre driving.
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With all the stresses of modern life, going green can sometimes seem like a daunting task, which makes what you are about to read seem like a bit of a boast on behalf of the animal kingdom. You see, while you are slaving away over your compost pile, these animals are going green without any effort whatsoever.
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Photographs help us capture memories and see through the eyes of others. Professional photographers may have advanced equipment, but that doesnít mean you canít take great pictures with your own camera at home and on the road. With the right techniques, youíll be a pro in no time.
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The seconds are counting down; a single bead of sweat drips down your face. Your hands are moving at a feverish pace, but it doesnít seem fast enough. Can you get it done? No! Because you procrastinated and now youíre out of luck (and time). Luckily, with these helpful tips, you can avoid this situation and learn to get things done on time.
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